Mapelastic AquaDefense is a premixed, advanced liquid-rubber, extremely quick-drying waterproofing and crack-isolation membrane for installation under ceramic tile or stone in residential, commercial and industrial environments.
Is MAPEI AquaDefense good?
Highly recommended! Great product used to seal installation of tiled walk-in shower. This liquid membrane worked perfectly by applying with paint brush and curing within 2 hours.
Can I use AquaDefense on drywall?
Aquadefense can go over gypsum board, but only in “approved areas”.
Can AquaDefense be used outside?
MAPELASTIC AQUADEFENSE
Ready to use, flexible, ultra rapid drying waterproofing membrane for interior and exterior use in showers, wet rooms and on balconies*.
Does AquaDefense need a primer?
Yes . aquadefense does stick better in tests areas and during second conversation with mapei been told that accualy priming with primer G diluted 1:1 with water may help adhesion.
How thick should AquaDefense be?
The final thickness of the two coats of Mapelastic AquaDefense must be at least 0.8 mm in order to create a robust, flexible and continuous film. Make sure there are no interruptions in the film caused by imperfections in the substrate.
How thick is AquaDefense?
Minimum applicable thickness: 0.8 mm in 2 coats. Storage: 24 months. Application: roller, brush or trowel. Consumption: 1.3 kg/m² per mm of thickness.
Can MAPEI premium mortar be used over AquaDefense?
Can I use mastic or a premixed tile adhesive over Mapelastic® AquaDefense? Ready-to-use tile adhesives, such as MAPEI’s Type 1™ mastic and Premium Mortar for tile and stone, require a porous substrate to cure properly. They should not be installed over waterproofing membranes.
Is waterproof membrane necessary?
If you are concerned about the tile grouting that could be penetrated by water when using the shower, then it is important to install a waterproof membrane. This material will act as protection and water will be diverted toward the drain which could also prevent the formation of mold.
How long does waterproofing take to dry before tiling?
It is not unusual to hear of a water-based membrane being applied one day and tiled the next day. However, the majority of water based waterproof membranes require a minimum of 48 hours prior to tiling.
How do you waterproof a drywall shower?
The best way to waterproof your drywall is to use a waterproofing primer. You can find both oil- and latex-based waterproofing primers made by most paint manufacturers. These products are created specifically to prevent mold and mildew on the surface to which they are applied.
Can you use Mapei Aquadefense on plasterboard?
The kit is also suitable for application on concrete; cementitious screeds and screeds made using special binders – including Topcem, Topcem Pronto, Mapecem and Mapecem Pronto; internal applications to plasterboard; to existing coatings in ceramic, terrazzo and stone, and cementitious render.
Can you put Redgard over joint compound?
Redgard peels right off my joint compound. I did prime properly (4:1 water to redgard mix painted over all surfaces), but it has no effect – probably because my joint compound is “dusty”, that is, the top layer is a bit powdery (never been a problem with paint). All drying times/manuf.
How do I get rid of AquaDefense?
Remove excess Mapelastic AquaDefense (while fresh) with damp sponge, soap and warm water. Any completely dried material may be mechanically removed. Protect from foot traffic, rain and freezing for 24 hours.
Does tile stick to AquaDefense?
Mapelastic AquaDefense is a premixed, advanced liquid-rubber, extremely quick-drying waterproofing and crack-isolation membrane for installation under ceramic tile or stone in residential, commercial and industrial environments.
